Mayoral, Councillorship elections slated

The
Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), has announced April 12, 2018, as the
date set for electing councilors for the 120 wards across the country, while
mayoral is set for May 12, 2018.

In
a press release sent to this medium, IEC said: “Sequel to the amendment of
section 194 (c) Of the constitution of the Republic of The Gambia, the IEC will
conduct the elections on two separate dates.

The
election of councilors for the 120 wards across the country will be held on
Thursday 12th april 2018 and the election to the offices of
Mayor/Mayoress/Chairperson will be on Saturday 12th May 2018.

This
decision was arrived at in consultation with the Political Parties who are
among the primary stakeholders of the commission.”